Economies are supposed to serve human ends.. not the other way round. We forget at our peril that markets make a good servant, a bad master and a worse religion.
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Today we have a temporary aberration called "industrial capitalism" which is inadvertently liquidating its two most important sources of capital, the natural world and properly functioning societies._x000D_ _x000D_ No sensible capitalist would do that.
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What this quote means
The quote critiques industrial capitalism for harming the environment and society, which are vital for sustainable growth.
Amory Lovins highlights the paradox of industrial capitalism, which is currently undermining its own foundations. By exploiting the natural world and neglecting societal welfare, capitalism risks destroying the very resources it depends on for success. This critique suggests that true capitalism should be sustainable and recognize the value of ecological balance and social cohesion.
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CapitalismEnvironmentSocietyResourcesSustainability
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Example use cases
In a discussion about sustainable business practices, you could use this quote to emphasize the importance of environmental stewardship.
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